Acting

Fan Favorite Performances From Blockbuster Season
November 2, 2017 | Acting

Fan Favorite Performances From Blockbuster Season

There’s no better time to be a movie fan. This year there were plenty of fantastic films released during the summer, which means a number of notable acting performances that…

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National Hispanic Heritage Month: Actors Influencing the World
September 15, 2017 | Acting

National Hispanic Heritage Month: Actors Influencing the World

National Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, and according to the official website is a time for “celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American…

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How to Make the Most of a Part with Minimal Lines
August 28, 2017 | How To's

How to Make the Most of a Part with Minimal Lines

Every aspiring actor dreams of one day playing the lead roles. But whether you went through an excellent acting school or spontaneously gave it a shot, you’ll usually have to…

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6 Movie Ad Libs that Became Classics — And What You Can Learn From Them
August 2, 2017 | Acting

6 Movie Ad Libs that Became Classics — And What You Can Learn From Them

Some of the most well known lines from movies, and even scenes, are actually ad libbed, or improvised. Improvisation actually has many benefits for actors. Below are six famous movie…

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5 Reasons Why Major Movie Stars are Taking Their Acting Chops to Streaming Services
August 2, 2017 | Acting

5 Reasons Why Major Movie Stars are Taking Their Acting Chops to Streaming Services

Aspiring actors dream of being on the big screen, just like their favorite movie stars. Or do they? More major actors are creating and starring in exclusive projects for various…

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Helen Mirren & Sandra Bullock’s Most Iconic Performances
July 25, 2017 | Acting

Helen Mirren & Sandra Bullock’s Most Iconic Performances

Over the last few decades, Hollywood actresses Helen Mirren and Sandra Bullock have starred in so many diverse roles that’s it’s hard to typecast them, but we bet you didn’t…

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Acting for Film: How to Put Together a Fantastic Demo Reel
May 26, 2017 | How To's

Acting for Film: How to Put Together a Fantastic Demo Reel

Like most aspiring actors, you’re probably torn on whether you need a demo reel or not. You’ve probably heard the phrase, “No reel is better than a bad reel.” However,…

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Happy Birthday Al Pacino: The Best Lines From a Legend
April 25, 2017 | Acting

Happy Birthday Al Pacino: The Best Lines From a Legend

Al Pacino is one of the Hollywood’s best veteran actors and a past NYFA guest speaker, with a successful career spanning over five decades and a host of awards under…

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Coachella 2017: 5 Most Beloved Musicians-Turned-Actors
April 17, 2017 | Acting

Coachella 2017: 5 Most Beloved Musicians-Turned-Actors

People in showbiz tend to be rather multi-talented, or perhaps that’s just a survival strategy. Either way, if you can sing, dance and act, chances are you can make it…

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